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Unexpected Repigmentation of Vitiligo Universalis Following Hemodialysis Initiation: A Rare Case Report and Literature Overview

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: : Vitiligo is a chronic skin depigmentation disorder affecting 0.2– 1.8% of the global population, with a significant prevalence in Saudi Arabia. Although not life-threatening, it severely impacts the quality of life and psychological well-being of patients. We report a rare instance of hemodialysis-induced skin repigmentation involving a 25-year-old woman with vitiligo universalis. Keywords: hemodialysis, repigmentation, vitiligo, vitiligo universalis

Source: Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology

DOI: 10.2147/ccid.s482396

Authors: Abdulaziz Alnoshan, Fahad Alrashdi, Rawan AlDahash, Khalid Nagshabandi, Salman Alotaibi

Institutions: Security Forces Hospital, Riyadh Armed Forces Hospital, King Saud University

Language: English

Topic: melanin and skin pigmentation

Subfield: Cell Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,836